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CNC Programmer/Machinist 1st Shift

Eaton
Eaton Salary
Marshall, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 3/29/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/27/2026
Eaton’s IS VEH VGGP division is currently seeking a CNC Programmer/Machinist 1st Shift. This is a full time on-site position at our Marshall, MI facility.

Hours: 8AM-4:30PM EST

The expected annual salary range for this role is $69000 - $101000 a year.

Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Eaton announced, on January 26, 2026, the intent to separate its Mobility Group (including both the Vehicle and eMobility segments) into an independent, publicly traded company. We expect to complete the separation by the end of the first quarter of 2027. The compensation and benefits that will initially be offered for this position are based on Eaton's plans, programs and practices. If you are offered and accept this position and are actively employed by the Mobility Group when the spinoff closes, the new company will provide further details to employees concerning compensation and benefits at that time.

What You’ll Do

The CNC Programmer/Machinist is responsible for programming and machining of various products and test fixtures in support of our valvetrain, torque, e-Mobility and boosting product lines. This position will be focused on CNC lathe/turning activities.

  • Complete programming and machining of various products and test fixtures
  • Support engineering with design feasibility reviews of product prints and fixtures
  • Collaborate with team members on multi machine setups and operations.
  • Using hand tools, inspection and layout equipment including Dial Indicators, Micrometers, and Optical Comparators
  • Perform 5S and planned maintenance activities for the assigned work area and machine.
  • Strict adherence to quality systems and EHS polices.


Qualifications

Required Basic Qualifications:

  • Minimum High School Diploma and/or GED from an accredited institution
  • Minimum three (3) years experience in CNC machining.
  • Minimum three (3) years experience with mechanical blueprints, models and GD&T (geometric dimensioning and tolerancing) interpretation
  • Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position. This means that Eaton will not support any "CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F-1 to H-1B, H-1B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etc."
  • No relocation is available for this position. Candidates within a 50 mile radius of Marshall, MI will be considered. Active Duty Military are exempt from this geographical limitation.


Preferred Qualifications

  • Associates Degree in Applied Science
  • Six (6) years or higher in CNC lathes and turning (Okuma CNC lathe knowledge ideal)
  • Experience with CAD/CAM software, specifically Mastercam
  • Prior automotive knowledge (valvetrain and/or drivetrain components)


Skills

  • Knowledge of metric system
  • Proven mechanical knowledge and aptitude
  • Proven analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Effective oral and written communication skills as well as planning and organizational skills.
  • Ability to work in a matrix environment, get results and drive change through others.
  • Ability to manage by influence through solid relationships and process focus
  • Ability to juggle multiple priorities


We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

Eaton believes in second chance employment. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction history will be considered regardless of their arrest or conviction history, consistent with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act and other local laws.

You do not need to disclose your conviction history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Eaton is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.

To request a disability-related reasonable accommodation to assist you in your job search, application, or interview process, please call us at 1-800-836-6345 to discuss your specific need. Only accommodation requests will be accepted by this phone number.

We know that good benefit programs are important to employees and their families. Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits as well as Retirement benefits, and several programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work. Click here for more detail: Eaton Benefits Overview. Please note that specific programs and options available to an employee may depend on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Salary : $69,000 - $101,000

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